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Telescope Tuesday in Twin Falls: a telescope and stargazers under a night sky

Telescope Tuesday – Herrett Center, Twin Falls – November 10, 2026

Twin Falls, Idaho · Kids & Family Activities, Library & Educational Events

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Make a Tuesday evening a family astronomy outing at the Herrett Center’s Centennial Observatory.

Confirmed dates: Tuesday, November 10, and Tuesday, November 24, 2026. Both sessions run from 6:15 to 9 p.m. Mountain Time.

Where: Centennial Observatory at the Herrett Center for Arts and Science, College of Southern Idaho, 315 Falls Avenue, Twin Falls, Idaho 83301.

Admission: $1.50 per person. Children ages 6 and younger are free. Observatory admission is also free with planetarium admission.

Plan ahead: Viewing depends on the weather. Dress warmly and check with the Herrett Center before traveling. The observatory has elevator access.

Official source: Centennial Observatory event schedule. Visitor information: 208-732-6655; sky information: 208-732-6666. Original AI-generated illustration created for Idaho Family Fun; not a photograph of the observatory or event. Details reviewed October 12, 2026.

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Magic Philharmonic concert in Burley: orchestral instruments on a cream background

Magic Philharmonic: Where Have I Heard That? – Burley

Burley, Idaho · Kids & Family Activities, Live Entertainment

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Recognize a familiar tune? The Magic Philharmonic Orchestra brings music from cartoons, television and popular culture to the King Fine Arts Center in Burley. The announced program includes music associated with Bluey and Mission: Impossible, along with classical favorites heard in cartoons.

When: Friday, November 13, 2026, at 7 p.m. Mountain Time. The regional event calendar lists a 7 to 9 p.m. event window.

Where: King Fine Arts Center Concert Hall, 2100 Parke Avenue, Burley, Idaho 83318.

Listed ticket prices: Individual $15; children/students $5; seniors $10; family/household $35. Check the ticket page for current availability, household terms and any checkout fees.

The orchestra welcomes children. Families with younger children may step into the lobby for a break and return between pieces.

Tickets: Official King Fine Arts Center ticket page. Program: Magic Philharmonic Orchestra. Original AI-generated promotional artwork created for Idaho Family Fun; not a photograph of the event. Details reviewed October 12, 2026.

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Free Star Party in Twin Falls: families and a telescope beneath a starry sky

Monthly Free Star Party – Herrett Center, Twin Falls

Twin Falls, Idaho · Free Community Events, Kids & Family Activities, Library & Educational Events

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Spend an evening exploring the night sky at the Herrett Center’s Centennial Observatory in Twin Falls. This monthly star party is open to the public and offers families a chance to look through the observatory telescope.

When: Saturday, November 14, 2026, 6:15 to 9 p.m. Mountain Time.

Where: Centennial Observatory at the Herrett Center for Arts and Science, College of Southern Idaho, 315 Falls Avenue, Twin Falls, Idaho 83301.

Cost: Free.

Before you go: Telescope viewing is weather permitting. Dress warmly for the unheated observatory and check current conditions with the Herrett Center. The observatory has elevator access.

Official source: Centennial Observatory event schedule. Call 208-732-6655 for visitor information or 208-732-6666 for sky information. Original AI-generated illustration created for Idaho Family Fun; not a photograph of the observatory or event. Details reviewed October 12, 2026.

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Telescope Tuesday in Twin Falls: a telescope and stargazers under a night sky

Telescope Tuesday – Herrett Center, Twin Falls – November 24, 2026

Twin Falls, Idaho · Kids & Family Activities, Library & Educational Events

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Make a Tuesday evening a family astronomy outing at the Herrett Center’s Centennial Observatory.

Confirmed dates: Tuesday, November 10, and Tuesday, November 24, 2026. Both sessions run from 6:15 to 9 p.m. Mountain Time.

Where: Centennial Observatory at the Herrett Center for Arts and Science, College of Southern Idaho, 315 Falls Avenue, Twin Falls, Idaho 83301.

Admission: $1.50 per person. Children ages 6 and younger are free. Observatory admission is also free with planetarium admission.

Plan ahead: Viewing depends on the weather. Dress warmly and check with the Herrett Center before traveling. The observatory has elevator access.

Official source: Centennial Observatory event schedule. Visitor information: 208-732-6655; sky information: 208-732-6666. Original AI-generated illustration created for Idaho Family Fun; not a photograph of the observatory or event. Details reviewed October 12, 2026.

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Christmas in the Nighttime Sky in Filer: fireworks, evergreen trees and holiday gifts

Christmas in the Nighttime Sky 2026 – Filer

Filer, Idaho · Holiday & Seasonal Events, Kids & Family Activities

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Kick off the holiday season at the 35th annual Christmas in the Nighttime Sky at the Twin Falls County Fairgrounds in Filer.

When: Friday, November 27, 2026. The chili and potato dinner runs from 5:30 to 7 p.m. Mountain Time. Fireworks are planned for approximately 7:30 p.m. The organizer has not announced a final closing time; any midnight end time displayed by the calendar is an automatic placeholder.

Where: Twin Falls County Fairgrounds, 215 Fair Avenue, Filer, Idaho 83328.

Admission: Bring one new, quality, unwrapped toy per family for children ages 0 through 16. The toys support local children. Dinner is advertised as free.

Families can visit Santa and friends, enjoy bonfires and live music, and watch fireworks set to Christmas music on KOOL 96.5 FM. Indoor seating is available for dining.

Official details: Christmas in the Nighttime Sky event information. Organizer contact: 208-316-8917. Original AI-generated promotional artwork created for Idaho Family Fun; not a photograph of the event. Details reviewed October 12, 2026.

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